The Lemon IndexAll cars · Hyundai Sonata · 2019
2019 Hyundai Sonata. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 5
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM7) | FWD | 28 / 37 / 31 | Regular | $2,000 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl hybrid | Auto (AM6) | FWD | 39 / 44 / 41 | Regular | $1,500 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Auto (AM6) | FWD | 37 / 42 / 39 | Regular | $1,600 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S8) | FWD | 23 / 32 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | FWD | 25 / 33 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 2,300 and 85,000 miles. Median 23,000, from 49 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 90,000 | 22,500–137,800 | 17 |
| Lights | 1,600 | 200–9,100 | 15 |
| Airbags | 43,500 | 5,400–70,000 | 6 |
| Engine | 81,000 | 42,500–114,500 | 5 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Lights | 36% |
| Engine | 21% |
| Airbags | 10% |
| Electrical | 7% |
| Speed control | 5% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 172 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 12 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Loss of motive power | 2022 | 2023 |
| Closed | Electrical overstress | 2019 | 2024 |
Manufacturer communications 170
Hyundai filed 170 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- If you are servicing an applicable vehicle with a ?Check Engine?
- Hyundai has developed a new engine monitoring technology called a Knock Sensor Detection…
- Check Engine warning lamp
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
YouTube repair topics
100 videos about the 2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata, 14.7M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 4 | 516K |
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 4 | 364K |
| Windows, doors & mirrors | 2 | 360K |
| Intake, EGR & engine sensors | 2 | 186K |
| Spark plugs & ignition coils | 2 | 179K |
| Oil changes & service | 1 | 134K |
| Brakes & ABS | 1 | 125K |
| Cooling system | 1 | 77K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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